ORIGINAL: Deerpolice
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I cannot actually try any of these scopes outside of the store so I have to make sure that I make the right choice before I buy one and get stuck with it....
The good news is, given your choices, it's doubtful you'll come away with a turd of a scope. Now, if you're looking at spending upwards of $400, the store ought not to have a problem with going outside with you to let your eyes decide which scope you like best.
If they won't oblige you, however, go to a window, & look out at the target you placed on the windshield of your vehicle, which you parked as far away from the store as possible in anticipation of testing the scopes. If you can go around sundown, so much the better!
Then, once you've selectedthe scope that
YOU like best, GO BUY IT ONLINE! There's no reason to patronize a store that won't go the extra mile for theircustomers!
Let us know what you end up with!
FC